Hidden Veggie Chocolate Smoothie
If you think you don't really like green smoothies, then this is the perfect recipe for you to try! This smoothie tastes like a creamy chocolate shake, but you're actually getting lots of nutritional benefits from the "hidden veggies" and added protein. In one serving you are getting lots of Vitamin A, Iron, and Potassium.The key to getting a thick smoothie is using frozen fruits and veggies, and if you want to thin it out you just add more liquid. Give this recipe a try and let me know if this doesn't change your mind about green smoothies!
Hidden Veggie Green Smoothie
Serves: 1
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Ingredients
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1/2 of a frozen banana (slice before you freeze for easy blending)
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1/4 cup frozen avocado chunks
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1/2 cup frozen spinach, packed
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1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
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1/2 cup water
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1 scoop Thrive Market collagen powder (omit if vegan)
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1 tablespoon organic cacao powder
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1/2 scoop Thrive Market vanilla plant protein powder*
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Instructions
1. Add all of the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth!
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Nutritional Information: (Per Serving)
Serving Size: the entire smoothie
Calories: 256 calories
Total Fat: 8.3 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 109.9 mg
Total Carbs: 23 g
Fiber: 4.9 g
Sugar: 7.8 g
Added Sugars: 0 g
Protein: 25.6 g
Vitamin A: 72.1%
Vitamin C: 15.2%
Potassium: 294.9 mg
Calcium: 22.8%
Iron: 12.6%​
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Key words: green smoothie, vegan recipe, smoothie recipe, chocolate, avocado